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AL Observing Program Division Announcement – Stellar Evolution Observing Program 2..0 (9/25/2026) - We have completed a revision to the Stellar Evolution Observing Program. For all the details, visit the web page: https://www.astroleague.org/stellar-evolution-observsing-program-v-2-0/. In summary: The target list now contains 160 objects to choose from. Thi makes this Program avilable to residents of the southern hemisphere. All 100 of the original objects are still on the list. We… Read More...

Astronomy Day – 9/19/2026 (9/15/2026) - It is almost here and this is a great chance to either share your passion for astronomy with the masses, or at least be one of the masses yourself... View the flyer here. Read More...

AL Live September 18, 2026 (9/14/2026) - Please join us for the net AL Live on September 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM EDT. Dr. Dominic Benford will be discussing the Nancy Grace Roman Telescope. See the flyer here. Read More...

What’s Up With the Astronomical League September 2026 (9/11/2026) - The September 2026 edition of the What’s Up With the Astronomical League is available for download HERE In this Issue… •Astronomical League Live: Friday, 9/18, 7 pm ET •Autumn Astronomy Day: Saturday, September 19 •NASA, NFL Team Up to Showcase Space,Aeronautics Innovation Read More...

AL Observing Program Division Announcement – New Stellar Evolution Manual (9/5/2026) - A new Stellar Evolution Manual is now available in the AL Store. Read More...

AL Observing Program Division Announcement – New Observing Challenge (8/29/2026) - We hope you will join us by participating in the latest AL Observing Challenge: The scutum Star Cloud Buffet. Details can be found on the web page: https://www.astroleague.org/al-observing-challenge-special-observing-award/ Two levels, 14 objects (silver) and 29 objects (gold). Observe during September and submit by October 31, 2026. Read More...